Phrase guide

drive up

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To cause or force a price, quantity, rate, etc. to increase.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, informal

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: drive down

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To drive to a location that is north of one's current location.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, informal

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

approach while driving

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • The truck entered the driveway and drove up towards the house

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: approach, near, come on, go up, draw near, draw close, come near

History

Etymology

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